Tony Bradley
Basketball player with NBA experience
Born
January 8th, 1998
27 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Drafted in 2017, played as a center in the NBA and various teams including the Utah Jazz and Philadelphia 76ers. Developed through collegiate basketball at North Carolina, contributing to the Tar Heels' national championship victory in 2017. Known for strong defensive skills and rebounding.
Drafted 28th overall in 2017 NBA Draft
Contributed to North Carolina Tar Heels' 2017 NCAA Championship
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